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THEM! These Pictures Of Floating Texas Fire Ants Will Blow Your Mind

Jacob Airey

Hurricane Harvey has caused much devastation along the Texas coast; many cities have been hit hard by constant rain and flooding. According to some experts, there is another danger that is not as obvious, but could have dire consequences. Tiny fire ants are appearing in rivers and flooded areas. They are venomous and their bites can cause extreme pain and discomfort.

During the storm, the ants found a creative way to avoid drowning; the colony interlocked their legs to create floating ant mounds. As a native Texan, I have personally faced the wrath of these vicious ants.

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